Transportation Coordinator/Driver

Life Care Centers of America; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America seeks a Transportation Coordinator/Driver to load, transport, and unload patients for medical appointments and activity outings in accordance with all applicable laws and Life Care standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license or CDL with a clean driving record, and English literacy. Prior healthcare experience is preferred, with a focus on safety, confidentiality, and teamwork in a post-acute care setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Read, write, and understand English.
• Valid driver’s license or CDL with satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Safely load, transport, and unload patients.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude toward patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
• Communicate and function in an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

The Transportation Coordinator/Driver loads, transports, and unloads patients for medical appointments and activity outings in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Valid driver's license or valid commercial driver's license in current State, as applicable, with a satisfactory driving record per Life Care standards
• Prior experience in health care or geriatrics preferred

Specific Job Requirements

• Complete pre inspections before use of vehicle
• Monitor regular maintenance (oil changes, tire rotations, etc.)
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Safely load, transport, and unload patients
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer